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The Legacy and Future of Mining in the San Juan Mountains
The residents of La Plata County mourned the tangerine-colored river two weeks ago, and are now digesting the water quality data that the EPA and third party research institutions, like Mountain Studies Institute (MSI), have put forth to try and understand what this means for us and the future of the Animas River. Unfortunately, the events of early August were not a singular incident. They were a harsh reminder of a truth that exists...
Media Mayhem over the Animas River?
Millions watched as the Animas River turned orange from a Silverton mine spill earlier this month, but few saw the Animas recover. Was the massive media barrage more toxic to Durango’s future than the spill itself? A Fort Lewis College program that helps students obtain degrees in science, technology, engineering or math received a five-year million-dollar grant to keep the program going. And learn about the assistance programs...
LPEA contributes to Emergency Fund
LPEA Round Up Foundation contributes to emergency fund Donation of $4,000 to assist community members impacted by Animas River contamination Durango, CO – The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Round Up Foundation has granted $4,000 to the Community Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) organized by the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and the Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado to assist those employees facing...
Due Northwest – Part 2
The sea is a mysterious force to me. In the evenings, I sat and listened to her murmured secrets, hushed whispers, and thundering crashes along the shoreline. I was content with the salty breeze and the sunsets to wash me clean. This was not water I felt inclined to swim in. The rocky shores of the Washington coast, the frigid water and the unpredictable nature of the grey swells left me satisfied to watch her from the polished stone...
Animas on the Mend?
The Animas River appears to be on the mend after the accidental release of of toxic water from the Gold King Mine near Silverton. But what happens next? With all the local breweries in the area, scientists at the Old Fort Farm in Hesperus hope to find a strain of hops to create a new cash crop for local farmers. And find out who’s coming to the Fort Lewis College Concert Hall. These stories and more with Ashley Dickson!
WRECK-IT RALPH on Friday, August 14th 2015
WRECK-IT RALPH Durango, CO, Three Springs Plaza – Movie starts at dusk which is in between 8:30-9:00pm. Seating is first come, first serve basis. Blanket section and chair section available (you bring your own). A small concession stand will be serving popcorn, candy, soda, etc. *Bad weather may cause Three Springs to cancel this event. Please check our Facebook page for any cancellation notice*...
Due Northwest – Part 1
I’ve been sleeping out of the truck now for 12 days. The hours consisting of lonely sunrises on the beach and sunsets in the rainforest. After many miles of driving on mostly two-lane highways, I have come at last to where the tall trees meet the tireless sea. “Why am I here?… For a job”, I keep telling myself. “A job… and grand adventure…” My plans to visit the coastal Northwest began...
Colorado’s Rainbow Trout Comeback
Colorado trout populations recover from whirling disease, but why are rainbow trout declining in the Animas River? Will a Superfund designation help speed reclamation of mines and reduce pollution int he Animas River near Silverton? And a Durango grandmother takes on a healthier skat e park with Thrasher Thursdays. Join Ashley Dickson for this edition of Durango TV News!
FLC receives $1.1 million grant
Fort Lewis College to receive $1.1 million for STEM3 program Durango, CO – The U.S. Department of Education recently announced a $1.1 million grant for the STEM3program at Fort Lewis College. The program will receive $220,000 each year for the next five years. The STEM3 program exists to offer support to college students working toward science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) degrees. Particular attention is given to students...
Music in the Mountains
Music in the Mountains Durango, CO – Legend Randy Newman Music in the Mountains is pleased to announce music legend Randy Newman will headline the annual SummerFest concert series on Friday, June 26, at the beautiful, Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley, CA. Recognized as the region’s top classical music festival, SummerFest stretches its wings this year by bringing contemporary and classic together in a two-week long...
6th Annual Women’s Small Business Conference, July 29, 2015
COLORADO SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER NETWORK TO HOST 6TH ANNUAL WOMEN’S SMALL BUSINESS CONFERENCE Durango, CO – The Colorado Small Business Development Center Network will host the 6th Annual Women’s Small Business Conference on Wednesday, July 29th at 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m, at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango – Student Union Building Durango, Colorado. Female entrepreneurs are invited to attend this...
The Future of North Main
City of Durango officials hope to make North Main Avenue more pedestrian and bicycle friendly.
Community Concert Hall 2015-2016 season
Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College announces 2015-2016 season Tickets for confirmed shows in performing arts series on sale July 1 Durango, CO – The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College will bring the world to Durango, featuring an eclectic mix of performers from the far reaches of the globe as well as from across the United States during its up-coming 2015-2016 performing arts series. Tickets for confirmed shows are...
Outdoor Movie night at Three Springs
Plaza Pic at Three Springs Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY Three Springs, Durango, CO – Friday, July 10 2015, at Three Springs Plaza. Movie starts at dusk which is in between 8:30-9:00pm. Seating is first come, first serve basis. Blanket section and chair section available (you bring your own). A small concession stand will be serving popcorn, candy, soda, etc. *Bad weather may cause Three Springs to...
Camping Ban
Squatters living illegally on public lands have forced the San Juan National Forest and Bureau of Land Management to ban camping in several areas around Durango.
“Concerts at the Park” continues June 25
“Concerts at the Park” continues June 25 with the Tyller Gummersall Band Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank offer free summer concert series in Buckley Park Durango, CO – Local and Nashville-based country singer/songwriter Tyller Gummersall with the Tyller Gummersall Band will continue the Alpine Bank-Community Concert Hall “Concerts at the Park” series on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Durango’s Buckley Park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. A La...
“Concerts in the Park” series at Buckley Park
“Concerts in the Park” series kicks off June 18 with Sky Pilot Alpine Bank and Community Concert Hall offer free summer concerts in Buckley Park Durango, CO – Four talented local musicians come together for an early evening of music as the band Sky Pilot kicks off the Alpine Bank-Community Concert Hall Concerts in the Park series, Thursday, June 18, 2015 at Durango’s Buckley Park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sky Pilot is made up of Chad...
True West Rodeo June 3 – August 16, 2015
Durango’s True West Rodeo Durango, CO – True West Rodeos and the First National Bank of Durango are very excited to have come together to bring back the western heritage of Durango for the 2015 rodeo season. This year will consist of 6 rodeos with the last rodeo being held during the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railorad’s Railfest weekend. Durango is losing its western roots and we’re trying to bring that back...
La Plata County Offices Moving
La Plata County Offices Moving to 1101 East 2nd Avenue Durango, CO – As part of the Facility Master Plan process to address existing and future facility needs for County offices, Sixth Judicial District court functions and federal court/probation offices, La Plata County will be moving the following offices from the La Plata County Courthouse across the street to the new County Administration Building at 1101 East 2nd Avenue, Durango...
June 18 through July 30 2015
Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank reprise “Concerts in the Park” Free concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park set for Thursdays, June 18 through July 30 Durango, CO – Alpine Bank of Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College have teamed up once again to present the free summer “Concerts in the Park” in Durango’s Buckley Park, Thursdays, June 18 through July 30, 2015. All shows are scheduled for 5:30-7:30 p.m....
